Hard Seltzer Variety Pack in Aluminum Cans from Japan
A 12-pack of flavored hard seltzer, a mixture of fermented beverage (malt base or fermented sugar) and non-alcoholic flavors like lime or grapefruit, carbonated and ready to drink. Classified under HTS 2206.00.90.15 as a mixture of fermented and non-alcoholic beverages in aluminum containers holding less than 4 liters total. Each 12 oz can meets the container size limit.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C does not exceed limits for fermented beverages; provide lab analysis certificates
• Ensure aluminum containers are under 4L total per package; declare proof liters accurately for duty assessment
• Include TTB formula approval and COLA documentation to avoid CBP holds; label alcohol content clearly